Happy new year and welcome back to campus!! Hopefully your semester is off to a good start and you're keeping warm. Here are 10 sustainable new year resolutions (with some extra motivation at the end). Happy studies and remember to think warm thoughts! 1.) Air dry clothes Now hear me out, clothes lines outside aren’t the only option. You can hang clothes inside as … [Read more...] about Sustainable New Year Resolutions
This week's Student Spotlight features Missouri State University senior, Alex Wolf. Students featured in the Student Spotlights show characteristics exemplified in each of Missouri State University's three pillars: Ethical Leadership, Cultural Competence, and Community Engagement. They also exemplify what daily practices of sustainability look like. You can find these students … [Read more...] about Student Spotlight: Alex Wolf
It’s the spookiest time of year, full of costumes, pumpkins, tricks, and more treats than you can count! That’s right, folks. It’s Halloween time! Not only that, but it’s time to unleash your inner DIY expert. Here are 5 ways to have a green Halloween! 1. Make your own costumes This can be as easy as making something from scratch using things from around the house, or … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to have a Green Halloween
Reducing your carbon footprint is a lot more than just buying locally and carpooling (though those do play a large part). It can be applied to everyday life in easier ways than you think! Here's a list of 10 ways you can reduce your carbon footprint! In the Car 1. Accelerating slowly, anticipating stops, and maintaining a steady speed can save more than a ton of CO2 per … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Congratulations! Not only are you finally settled into your residence halls and apartments, but you’re also getting used to college life! Now that you’re becoming comfortable with your new environments, it’s time to figure out how you can be sustainable in them. Whether it be through recycling, making a compost bin, or even through advocacy, there’s always a way to become more … [Read more...] about How to Start Recycling in a New Place